2026)

the CIA•Hyde Park, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the coach with daily practice preparation and training, on the field coaching, recruiting prospective student athletes and scouting opponents. This position is expected to communicate and develop a rapport with student-athletes, faculty/staff and alumni. The Assistant Soccer Coach is also responsible for assisting with facilities, home game management and/or equipment room responsibilities during the academic year.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree.
Minimum of one (1) year as a previous soccer assistant coach at the middle school level or higher or two (2) to four (4) years as a college level soccer athlete, or equivalent relevant experience.
Valid First Aid/Adult CPR/AED or the ability to obtain within thirty (30) days from hire date.
Valid Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach with oversight of the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) soccer program, including coaching, team meetings and overall organization of the team.
Attend informational interest meetings at the beginning of each season.
Assist the Head Coach with planning, organizing, and conducting tryouts.
Coordinate skill development and assist the Head Coach with designing coaching strategies which prepare the team for competition.
Mentor student-athletes to foster athletic, academic, emotional, and social growth.
Foster a culture of positivity, support, and confidence.
Manage the safety, health and conduct of players during team meetings, practices and games.
Serve in the Head Coach role, in the absence of the Head Coach for any game or practice.
Assist the Head Coach with the planning, organization, and supervision of practice per week during the season.
Travel with the team for all away contests, typically on the weekends.
Drive a 14-passenger mini-bus, if necessary.
Assist the Athletics Department with game day management.
Assist with the maintenance and inventory of sports equipment and supplies, including uniform disbursement and collection.
Identify, recruit, and retain current students, as well as incoming and prospective students.
Any and all other duties as assigned.